Private Half-Day Chandragiri Cable Car Tour in Kathmandu
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Private Half-Day Chandragiri Cable Car Tour in Kathmandu
By Himalayan Planet Adventures Day Tours
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Ages 0-70
Duration: 4–5 hours
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: English
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- Professional guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (Inside the ring road including Bouddha area)
- Transport by private vehicle
- Both ways Cable car entry fees
- Entry/Admission - Chandragiri Hills
- Entry/Admission - Kathmandu
What's not included- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Any personal donations
- Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.Pickup details
- We pick up from all hotels inside the ring road including Buddha area.
Hotel pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.Airport pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included airports.- Tribhuvan Airport, Kathmandu Nepal
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Wheelchair accessible
- Pushchair accessible
- Infants must sit on laps
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 7670P12- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travellers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 7670P12
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- 797auc0 contributionsNice mountain trip sunrise excursionVery nice mountain trip sunrise excursion. I am happy to see sunrise. My guide Pankaj is a professional guide. He is very knowledgeable and pointed to us himalayan peaks and detail introduced Changu Narayan Temple. The experience is very enjoyable.Written 31 December 2024
- T2027ZKjoannat0 contributionsMy epic trip;India, Nepal& buthanMy visit trip to Nepal. I was there 14 days in Nepal, 8 days in India , varamasi, Chenai, mamallspuram, pondicherry... 5 dias In Buthan . My epic trip!!Written 17 December 2024
- katiebP2623ZC0 contributionsAmazing hike! Would highly recommend!Could not recommend this experience more as a solo female traveler! It was an amazing day. The experience starts with a seamless pickup and drive to the sunrise lookout point, where we saw the Himalayas peeking through. Then, there is the option for either a local breakfast or international breakfast. After that, you start the hike. The hike is about 3 miles downhill. After 3 miles you can either stop and meet the driver or continue on for 4 more miles. I opted to continue my hike! It ended at a beautiful temple. My guide Pankaj was very knowledgeable and shared a lot about Nepal with me. Would highly recommend!Written 13 December 2024
- ctasurah0 contributionsGood View with informative guideThe company WA me just after I booked this package & very nice update also follow up to me..our guide Mr Shishir very nice person, very informative & also a good photographer..he always give his best along this tour..the mountain view & village along this day hike also awesomeWritten 12 December 2024
- michaelhF1065VB0 contributionsSuper Sunrise!Great morning mountain top sunrise excursion w/guide and driver! Beautiful sunrise and a nice hike through local villages afterwards. Very scenic and enjoyable :)Written 12 December 2024
- tintinverma0 contributionsExcellent tour for sunrise view and trek through the villagesExcellent guide ( Mr Pankaj) . Affable and knowledgeable. Took us through a wonderful trek along the off trek villages .Written 12 December 2024
- Cosmopolitan6020020 contributionsGorgeous sunrise, with Everest in the view.I came to Nepal with zero plans because my original plans fell through. I got online and booked this tour to watch the sunrise at Nagarkot. Having little time to research, I had no idea what to expect. A driver and guide picked me up at my hotel and drove me up the mountainside to watch the most beautiful sunrise, with Mount Everest in the background. I was shocked! We got so lucky that the visibility was good that morning. It was so magical. During this morning, Madan, my guide, was very knowledgeable. He loves his country and has so much pride for Nepal and the mountains. We had breakfast at Club Himalaya and after, hiked the hillside. I felt very safe and educated about the country of Nepal and culture. Madan expanded my world that day. Thank you so much!Written 10 December 2024
- 101garance0 contributionsEscape from Kathmandu to the countryside!Really great way to experience rural countryside close to Nepal! The sunrise was magical, and then we hiked 13 easy km through villages and fields to the oldest Nepali temple. Shishir was an excellent guide, providing information on the countryside, religion, agriculture etc that really brought the place alive for me. Even though it was a bit too hazy to see the mountains, it was great to be outside!Written 6 December 2024
- 983zoed0 contributionsFantastic tour!We had a wonderful time on this tour! The views of the mountains at sunrise were incredible! We also enjoyed the village walk and saw some beautiful temples. Our guide Pankaj was super knowledgeable and friendly, and the transport was very comfortable! Highly recommend this tour!!Written 3 December 2024
- Rosaly G0 contributionsBeautiful Nepalese village .Very nice hiking in the Nepalese village . Able to witness and interact with the beautiful Nepalese people . Madan is a very good guide . Thank you .Written 30 November 2024
- abbiek8870 contributionsGreat experienceWe had an amazing tour with Shishir. It was a fun, unique experience of hiking through villages and a forest and it was wonderful! We would do it again! We will book with him in the futureWritten 26 November 2024
- Y3329XPnataliew0 contributionsPure Heritage Experience.This tour really surprised me and opened my eyes to their culture and background of Hindu and buddhism. Guide is very respectful and knowledgeable, will take you to the most beautiful and interesting places of heritage in nepal. You will learn all about the different religions and traditions of culture shown amongst the people. Having a driver and the tour guide was amazing knowing the timings and secret areas to see the best spots. Would really recommend taking the opportunity to experience how people worship and learn the different ways of this country and the people. Thank you 🙏🏻Written 25 November 2024
- Xavier G0 contributionsMust-do for your Kathmandu visitA fantastic sunrise as well as hike around Nagarkot and its villages. Pankaj was a fantastic guide who made the experience great.Written 23 November 2024
- T3163YHmarke0 contributionsA glimpse into rural Nepali life and cultureExcellent day with Madan. Everything went very smoothly. We really enjoyed the hike through the countryside and villages. Changu Narayan made for a very interesting end to the day. Would highly recommend the tour.Written 22 November 2024
- lynnreini20190 contributionsBrilliant Budhanilkantha tourThis tour was outstanding! I was picked up at my hotel and we traveled in a very nice car to this famous Hindu pilgramage site. My guide, Shanti is an experienced and certified guide with a masters degree to back her deep knowledge. Shanti speaks English fluently and shared much about the Hindu religion, the different gods, and Nepal life. I truly enjoyed the tour and appreciated the deep history and explanation provided. We did a quick spin at the surrounding market which helped merge the religion with everyday life. So fun!!!!!!Written 17 November 2024
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Aaron Sargeant
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We’d arrived in Nepal with not much prepared and after a couple days of exploring Kathmandu and the many busy areas, we were excited to find something that took us away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Communication prior to the day was first class, with good English spoken and clear instructions provided. Our guide, Shanti was exceptional and we were very impressed with the amount of knowledge she had about the history of Nepal and the many highlights along the adventure.
She was welcoming and went above and beyond to ensure we had the best possible day, even recommending other places to visit during our stay.
We’d definitely recommend booking this day trip, just make sure you check the weather beforehand as views can be impeded by the fog/clouds. However we were very lucky and managed to see some stunning scenery.
Communication prior to the day was first class, with good English spoken and clear instructions provided. Our guide, Shanti was exceptional and we were very impressed with the amount of knowledge she had about the history of Nepal and the many highlights along the adventure.
She was welcoming and went above and beyond to ensure we had the best possible day, even recommending other places to visit during our stay.
We’d definitely recommend booking this day trip, just make sure you check the weather beforehand as views can be impeded by the fog/clouds. However we were very lucky and managed to see some stunning scenery.
Written 5 May 2022
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Hi Aaron,
Thank you very much for booking a trip with us. Glad to know that you loved this trip and looking forward to serve you again in the future.
Written 6 May 2022
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harvest m
5 contributions
To start off, Shanti Karki was an excellent tour guide. She was extremely knowledgeable, kind and patient, (with a mature couple)... Her historic review of Kathmandu and the surrounding valley was informative and entertaining.
The private car that picked us up at our hotel was prompt and very comfortable. We could not have imagined navigating the roads on our own.
The experience of riding the cable car was unbelieveable. Although the conditions were a little cloudy, we were provided nice views of Annapurna and Manasalu Himal range.
We highly recommend this tour for those looking for a 4 hour excursion.
The private car that picked us up at our hotel was prompt and very comfortable. We could not have imagined navigating the roads on our own.
The experience of riding the cable car was unbelieveable. Although the conditions were a little cloudy, we were provided nice views of Annapurna and Manasalu Himal range.
We highly recommend this tour for those looking for a 4 hour excursion.
Written 12 October 2022
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Namaste! Harvest,
Thank you for booking a trip with us and glad that you loved this trip with our guide Shanti. We are extremely looking forward to serve you another tour in Nepal. Feel free to contact us for further plan and we are always ready to serve you again in the future. Have a nice stay in Nepal.
Written 12 October 2022
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Rita M
9 contributions
Unique sightseeing
We got a private tour car from the company with our tourist Guide Rabina, she is very kind and also she knows a lot of the cultural heritage . She pick us up on time at the hotel and get us to the Chandragiri hills which was a half hour from the hotel Barber Villa which is beautifull she made all the ticket procedure and we get into the cable car so we can go up 2500 mts . In the ride the view of the three cities Kathmandu, patan, and bhaktapur Can be seen and the beautifull mountains . It’s a must tour to get a glance of what Katmandu city from the top. When we arrive there is a Hinduism temple named Bhañeswowr mahadev and Rabina explained to us with detail all the history of it and also you can have a view if it’s clear of the mountains if it’s clear of Everest, gaurisankar, Annapurna, Ganesh , Langtang etc.. my boy friend got a a ride in the zip line which is also at the top and he has lots of fun . I really recommend this tour . We love to be with Rabina she really takes care of everything ask for her at the company when you get the tour .
We got a private tour car from the company with our tourist Guide Rabina, she is very kind and also she knows a lot of the cultural heritage . She pick us up on time at the hotel and get us to the Chandragiri hills which was a half hour from the hotel Barber Villa which is beautifull she made all the ticket procedure and we get into the cable car so we can go up 2500 mts . In the ride the view of the three cities Kathmandu, patan, and bhaktapur Can be seen and the beautifull mountains . It’s a must tour to get a glance of what Katmandu city from the top. When we arrive there is a Hinduism temple named Bhañeswowr mahadev and Rabina explained to us with detail all the history of it and also you can have a view if it’s clear of the mountains if it’s clear of Everest, gaurisankar, Annapurna, Ganesh , Langtang etc.. my boy friend got a a ride in the zip line which is also at the top and he has lots of fun . I really recommend this tour . We love to be with Rabina she really takes care of everything ask for her at the company when you get the tour .
Written 22 March 2022
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Hi Rita,
Thank you very much for taking a service with us. We love to serve you again in future. be remember that we are always looking forward to serve you again in the future.
Written 23 March 2022
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briandherr
Marina del Rey, CA15 contributions
Chandragiri Hills cable car and temple are spectacular. Our guide, Shanti, communicated via WhatsApp the night before and morning of the tour, and she arrived at our hotel early. The 45 minute drive through Kathmandu provided an interesting view of the city. Shanti provided excellent commentary about the city, country, and Hindu and Buddhist religions. She timed our temple visit perfectly so we could join the daily blessing at the temple, and she explained all of the architectural symbolism. Very informative.
We’re returning to Kathmandu in a couple of weeks, and are planning to book another tour with her company.
We’re returning to Kathmandu in a couple of weeks, and are planning to book another tour with her company.
Written 22 February 2023
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Hi Brian,
Thank you very much for booking a trip with us and glad to know that you loved this trip with our guide shanti. we do have a many trips in Kathmandu and love to serve you again in the future. Namaste!
Written 23 February 2023
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Killa D
3 contributions
Apr 2022 • Friends
I went on this tour trip today and it was amazing! Shanti karki was our tour guide and she was incredibly knowledgeable about the monuments and cable rides in Chandragiri. As well as every momument on the way. She even got us a rapid pass through the normal line, which would've taken 30 mins to an hour longer! I highly recommend asking for her and going on this trip. I did the ZIP line there and it was 100% safe and fun! I liked how they had to zip line options also! Happy adventures!
Written 21 April 2022
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Hi,
Thank you very much for taking a service with us. We are glad that you loved this trip as well as our guide Shanti. We are lucky and delighted to have superb female guide Shanti in our company and love to serve you again in the future. Have a great journey ahead.
Written 22 April 2022
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Prathyusha Smita Satyavada
Bengaluru, India3 contributions
Nov 2024 • Family
We were a group of 3 people (with one super senior citizen) who spent an afternoon in Chandragiri Hills as a half-day trip from Kathmandu. The team at Himalayan Planet Adventures were extremely professional with a timely pickup at our hotel, helping arrange a wheelchair for my grandmother for the entirety of the trip and even taking her around especially up the steep climb to the top of the mountain. Our guide Anantha was a god sent, extremely courteous, helped us take my grandmother in the wheelchair both in the cable car and also around the area. He was knowledgeable about the history of the Chandragiri attraction and also the Bhaleswor Mahadev temple. I couldn’t have done it without his help 🙏
Overall the trip from pickup to drop took around 5 hours and a memorable one. What stands out is how senior friendly it is which is a rarity across Khatmandu. Thanks a ton again to Anantha for giving us the gold standard treatment.
Overall the trip from pickup to drop took around 5 hours and a memorable one. What stands out is how senior friendly it is which is a rarity across Khatmandu. Thanks a ton again to Anantha for giving us the gold standard treatment.
Written 13 November 2024
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Dear Prathyusha,
Thank you for selecting us as your tour operator in Kathmandu. We're happy to hear that we were able to provided you with great service and valuable trip information. We’re thrilled that you enjoyed the trip we curated and appreciate you sharing your review. Your feedback helps others learn about the experiences we offer. We look forward to the opportunity to serve you again in the future. Wishing you all the best.
Namaste!
Written 16 November 2024
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Pantherboy
Georgetown, Australia4,805 contributions
Fantastic experience today on this day tour to Chandragiri Hills on the cable car. Picked up on time at my hotel, Ananta, my excellent guide for the day, then looked after picking up the tickets for the cable car, which are included in the price, and up we went on one of the steepest and most spectacular cable car trips in the World. Ananta showed me around the Temple at the top, explaining everything in excellent detail. Enjoyed a nice lunch at the top, and after a leisurely period of enjoying the stunning views, back down in the cable car enjoying even more stunning views. Ananta helped me out with photos, and he and our great driver got me safely back to my hotel. Ananta was knowledgeable, friendly, helpful, and just a real nice guy. Great day and highly recommended!
Written 13 August 2024
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Dear Glenn,
We extend our heartfelt gratitude for choosing Himalayan Planet for your Chandragiri experience in Nepal. We are delighted to hear that our guide, Ananta, was able to provide you with excellent service and insightful information during your tour in Kathmandu. Your positive review is greatly appreciated. We would love to welcome you back again in Nepal with different experiences. Have a great time!
Written 14 August 2024
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travelwithfamily79
Muscat, Oman134 contributions
This is an experience you should never miss if you are in Nepal , Kathmandu. It’s an hour drive and by cable car you go up . The view of the mountains are out of the world from the top . Lots of activities to do on the top including Zip line which was fun. The temple premises is amazing . Our Guide Shanti was helpful .. few things though which we felt, one the pricing is on a higher scale for the tour , two the time is not sufficient it requires at least one more hour and the tour guide was asking us to leave at 11.45 , I really suggest to extend the timing as we could not see or relax .. apart from that overall excellent tour
Written 6 April 2023
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Hi,
Thank you for great suggestion and we are highly appreciating your feedback. Try to extend time if someone personally ask to add extra hour. Plz visit next time definitely help to extend your time. Namaste!
Written 6 April 2023
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Craig Hodge
Toney, AL9 contributions
Mar 2023
I have been on cable cars many times and did not expect much. But my guide, Sarita Karki, made it much better than I expected. It covered more information and her enthusiastic personality (and good quality English) made the tour most enjoyable. The company, Himalaya Planet was easy to work with and responsive to special requests.
Written 27 March 2023
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Hi Craig,
Thank you for sharing your experience review here in TA. Glad to know our guide Sarita able to offer you good service and information. Better than expected mean female guide can guide you than male guide. That is a reason we are focusing on women empower in tourism sector and hope we can create more job to our all female guides. Looking forward to serve you again in the future. Namaste!
Written 28 March 2023
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sher
Scarborough, ME17 contributions
Pankaj was a great tour guide teaching us many things about the Nepalese culture and Hinduism. He generously shared about his personal life story and made us feel connected to him. We were able to get a special blessing and make a wish at the temple. And, we saw many magnificent views of the Kathmandu valley. This was our third tour with Himalayan Planet Adventures. Highly recommend the company and Pankaj!
Written 10 November 2024
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Dear Sher, Thank you for selecting us as your tour operator in Kathmandu. We're happy to hear that we were able to provided you with great service and valuable trip information. We’re thrilled that you enjoyed the trip we curated and appreciate you sharing your review. Your feedback helps others learn about the experiences we offer. We look forward to the opportunity to serve you again in the future. Wishing you all the best. Namaste!
Written 10 November 2024
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What does ring road are pick up mean? Our hotel says Thames. Is that in pick up area or what area should I look for hotel in? Thank you!
Written 27 July 2020
In Kathmandu there is 32KM Ringroad which cover Kathamandu and Lalitpur area. Thamel is in inside the ringroad and it is in pick up location. Book your trip and mention your pick up hotel or location.
Written 30 December 2020
I am landing at kathmandu around 10 am and m only 1 day there. Is it possible yo do thos cable care thing? Instead of starting at 7 am in the morning can i book a slot for 1130AM? If so what all we will cover? I am staying at a hotel in lazimpat so how will it work? Will you come to pick me up? As well as if we start from hotel by 1130AM , what time shall we be back at hotel?
Written 23 July 2019
Yes, you can book this trip and we will pick up you at 11.30 instead of 7.30 am. Go ahead and we are ready to serve you anytime.
Written 26 July 2019
Under Half Day Chandragiri Cable Car tour in Kathmandu Nepal - What is the difference between "Buy Half Day Tour 12:30" and "Cable Car Ride at Chandragiri 07:30". They are priced differently. Also, how long can we stay at the top?
Written 4 July 2019
Maybe the difference is that the cable car one is the price for just the ticket up? We bought the half day tour and it included everything. We were picked up at 07:00 and taken to the Chandragiri Hills, given tickets, skipped the line, stayed at the top for about 2 hours, back down the hill and to our hotel. It seemed like we could have stayed at the top for longer if we wanted, our guide was very accommodating. After learning about the history and walking around, 2 hours was plenty to experience everything. Hope this helps!
Written 5 July 2019
Any days you can go ahead. It might be too late to reply.
Written 25 November 2018
Are we restricted to a morning trip or can we book a 1400hrs pick up from the hotel?
Thank you
Written 3 April 2018
Did you already visited Nepal? If not welcome to join again.
Written 18 February 2019
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